Reggae and the Caribbean Coast

HISTORY One of the most defining features of Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast is its multiculturalism. Indigenous, African, Spanish, and Chinese ancestral roots (to name a few) have created a distinct…

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Independence Day in Costa Rica

On September 15th, Costa Rica will celebrate 199 years of independence. Usually, the streets would be filled with people attending lantern and street parades, concerts, and dances. There would have…

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Noche Buena

Christianity is the most common religion in Costa Rica, so Christmastime is a big deal for many Ticos. In contrast to U.S. traditions, Christmas Eve is the star of the…

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